A VET FOR DOGS: KEEPING YOUR PUP SAFE ONE PAW AT A TIME
Choosing a vet for your four-legged family member is an important choice, and Ponderosa Veterinary Clinic offers full veterinary services. We offer compassionate, patient, and accessible care for your dog from when they’re a puppy up to their beloved senior years. As Colorado Springs is full of adventurous dogs, it’s important to have proper vet care.
Why choose ponderosa vet clinic
At Ponderosa Vet Clinic, we prioritize building relationships. Once you walk through our doors, you and your pet join our family. In our mission to be known as the best vet clinic in Colorado Springs, we made it a top priority to empower and educate our pet-owning families. With over two decades of dedicated veterinarian care, we are honored to uphold the best practice standards.
your pets drive our care
As pet-owners ourselves, we understand the emotions of having your pet go to the vet and we’re here to alleviate any stress you may have. From wellness exams and microchipping to spay/neuter services and end-of-life care, we’re here for you — every step of the way. Explore our services to see how we can support your family.
What Breeds we treat at ponderosa
At Ponderosa Vet Clinic, we welcome all breeds and know how to properly care for all temperaments safely for all members.
Examples of breeds we treat:
- Labradors
- Bernese Mountain
- Yorkie
- Bulldog
- Golden Retriever
- German Shepard
- Pitbull & Bully Breeds
- Pembrooke Welsh Corgi
- Golden Doodle
- Basset Hound
- Dachshund
- Australian Shepard
- Greyhound
- Schnauzer
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Boxers & More!
OUR PUPPY CARE FOR YOUR NEW FAMILY MEMBER
When bringing in a new puppy to your family, it’s important to ensure you’re doing everything you can to set the dog and yourself up for success. Ponderosa Vet Clinic is dedicated to helping you navigate the steps to take in their first year of life and each phase of life afterwards. We’re here to educate you through each appointment for recommended vaccinations, wellness exams, preventative care, and a personalized plan for each family.
A GUIDE TO YOUR NEW PUPPY
- Learn the puppy basics (home safety, socializing with people and other dog tips, and find a trainer)
- Schedule the first visit at your local dog vet
- Puppy vaccination schedule (Ponderosa Vet uses the AAHA recommended guidelines for mandatory vaccines, and recommends others based on location and lifestyle)
- Spay & Neuter
- Schedule follow-up appointments for vaccines and preventatives
Questions Our Pet Parents Have About Their New Dog
First, our techs will ask you a few questions to get an understanding of your pet. Then one of our compassionate vets will examine your cat or dog and gauge their overall health.
We’ll look for signs of pain, tenderness, swelling, and other issues. When we’re done, we’ll have a great idea of your pet’s health and can help you make smart care decisions going forward.
Spaying your female pet involves removing the ovaries and the uterus. Typically, a spay is completed around 4 to 6 months before your pet’s first heat cycle, although some choose to do it after the first heat. Our veterinary hospital prides itself on providing humane and effective pet services, including neutering between 6 to 9 months, because it’s the best time for your fur baby.
It’s a top priority in your dog’s senior years to continue scheduling vaccinations and wellness exams. Some vaccines only last for a few years before becoming ineffective, like distemper — which is why it’s important to update your shots to keep your pet safe regularly.
At Ponderosa Veterinary Clinic, we’re here to support your dog through their vaccines, in all their years.
Vaccinations should start early because puppies have weaker immune systems. Pet vaccines help protect them from serious diseases and build lasting immunity.
Your pet means the world to you, and you do everything you can to keep them safe and healthy. However, medical mishaps can happen at any time. Like humans, it’s a good idea for pets to have insurance just in case. At Ponderosa Veterinary Clinic, we aim to educate pet parents like you about pet insurance to help you choose the best care for your furry friend.
We can treat your pet if they have a serious reaction after pet vaccinations. We serve all of El Paso County and provide vaccinations for dogs, cats, and other furry friends. If they experience any adverse problems, call us ASAP, and we’ll figure out what’s going on.
